Guy was asked that question. He replied "First,never hike alone! For a gun just carry a .22 derringer. If charged by a bear, shoot your friend in his kneecap and briskly walk away. The bear will concentrate on him.

Seriously though, of the handguns I own, it would be my .45 (long) Colt. If I was to buy one, then a .454 casull

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